LA1249 over I-12
GoodTangipahoa Parish, Louisiana · 2.1 M E of LA 43 · Structure no. 625308532102851
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 222 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,110
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
LA1249 over I-12 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying LA1249 over I-12 in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,110 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,721 by 2041. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was LA1249 over I-12 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is LA1249 over I-12 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does LA1249 over I-12 carry?
About 6,110 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is LA1249 over I-12?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns LA1249 over I-12?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.